Scientists in France may be hot on the trail of a long-lost canal that the Romans built over two millennia ago while battling ...

For families seeking an unforgettable way to explore Europe and spend quality time together during the long summer break, ...

In ancient Rome, high-ranking generals and politicians used unique perfumes to set themselves apart — and now scientists have ...

A stunning Ancient Egyptian gold pendant, depicting Bes, the god of protection, fertility, and household blessings. Bes was a beloved figure in Egyptian, Persian, and Achaemenid cultures and often ...

From 27 B.C.E. to 180 C.E., the Roman Empire saw a period of relative tranquility and prosperity now known as the Pax Romana ...

France's favourite magic potion-swigging winged-helmed hero Asterix will take in a spot of Portuguese sun for the comic ...

Caesar is gaining power — so much so that the people of the Republic of Rome want to crown him king, which would destroy the republic. The senators, including Cassius and Brutus are determined not to ...

Before the assassination, the Ides of March was best known as a festival. The popular time for feasting and drinking marked the festival of Roman deity Anna Perenna. It was also traditionally the time ...

The title role in Shakespeare’s enduring tragedy Hamlet is on the bucket list for many actors wishing to challenge their range of emotions while offering their own interpretation of the iconic role.

What we know has been patched together from later Christian interpretations of the myths and legends, and the writings of observers such as Julius Caesar, but none of it can be proven to be fact.

And while some normal, well-adjusted men may compare themselves to Julius Caesar, no one ever compares themselves to Gildas, the monk who (probably) wrote On the Ruin of Britain. This is a shame, as ...

This painting, dated 1901, is one of just four illustrations known to have survived from the original set of 16 painted by the Detmold twins.